Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is not open to trainees. The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).

Please refer to the job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent
• Care Certificate
• Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
• Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.

Skills

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Competency in record keeping
• Time management and ability to prioritise effectively

Desirable

• Competency in venepuncture
• Competency in ECGs

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Inglewood

Lanchester Road Hospital

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• To provide specialist DBT assessments for young people presenting with complex emotional needs, drawing on structured interviews, self-report measures, behavioural observations, and collateral information from families, schools and professionals.
• To facilitate our Family Connections programme and help with the development of this new programme.
• To formulate and deliver individualised DBT treatment plans for young people based on a robust psychological formulation, identifying crisis patterns, vulnerabilities and behavioural targets, in line with evidence-based practice.
• To deliver all components of the standard DBT-A model, including weekly individual therapy, co-facilitating skills training groups, phone coaching (during working hours), and participating in weekly DBT consultation meetings.
• To co-facilitate multi-family DBT skills groups or the Family Connections group, contributing to the delivery of DBT content to both young people and their parents/carers.
• To provide DBT-informed parent/carer coaching and family sessions as part of the standard DBT-A model, and to support the inclusion of carers in the therapeutic process where clinically appropriate.
• To undertake comprehensive assessments with parents and carers as part of pre-treatment and formulation development.
• To contribute to the maintenance of treatment fidelity through active participation in the DBT consultation team, offering and receiving peer consultation to support high-quality, consistent DBT delivery.
• To monitor and evaluate therapeutic outcomes using routine outcome measures, goal-based outcomes, and behavioural tracking tools, adapting interventions accordingly.
• To provide specialist DBT-informed consultation and advice to colleagues within CAMHS and external partner agencies (e.g., schools, social care, inpatient units), promoting psychologically informed care and trauma-sensitive practice.
• To support the delivery of psychoeducation and DBT-informed interventions to families and carers, in collaboration with colleagues where appropriate.
• To contribute to multi-disciplinary risk assessments and management plans, including assessing and responding to risk of suicide, self-harm, and other high-risk behaviours.
• To work collaboratively with professionals across agencies to ensure coordinated, holistic care planning and safe transitions, including discharge planning and step-down from inpatient care.
• To maintain high standards of clinical record keeping in accordance with professional and Trust guidelines, including contemporaneous notes, formulation summaries, risk documentation, and structured reports.
• To receive regular specialist DBT supervision and clinical supervision, engage in continuing professional development, and contribute to a learning culture within the team.
• To contribute to the development and improvement of the DBT-A service through participation in audit, service evaluation, and team learning forums.
• To practice within professional ethical guidelines and Trust policies, including safeguarding, health and safety, information governance, and equality and diversity.

• Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Our Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, Goodmayes) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Name: Miriam Wollesen

Job title: Principal DBT Therapist, Clinical Psychologist

Contact Number: 03005551200 extension 59505

Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Core health professional qualification (Psychology, Nursing, Social work,
• Occupational Therapy)
• Registration with the appropriate professional body (HCPC, NMC, Social Work England)
• Evidence of CPD relevant to adolescents or DBT

Desirable

• Basic Training Certificate in DBT, working towards Accredited Practitioner Status DBT, or Completion of DBT Intensive or Foundational Training

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years experience of working directly with patients with Personality Disorder, including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.
• Experience working in CAMHS or adolescent mental health
• Experience delivering DBT or DBT-informed interventions
• Experience working with young people who self harm or present with emotional dysregulation or suicidality
• Experience of working in a multi -disciplinary team and/or CAMHS service and/or with wider professional networks and agencies

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Axe Street Child & Family Centre

Barking

Essex

IG11 7LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the duties and responsibilities for the role, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Locala Health and Wellbeing

Address

Horsfall House Mulcture Hall Road Halifax, HX1 1SP United Kingdom

Halifax

HX1 1SP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.locala.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main responsibilities for this role are provided in the attached job description/person specification

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• Qualified in core profession as per BABCP criteria BABCP | British Association for Behavioural & Cognitive Psychotherapies > Accreditation > Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist Accreditation > Core Professions > Core Professions list and criteria
• Current registration with appropriate regulatory body
• Professional qualification in Family and Systemic Psychotherapy (or equivalent if you have trained overseas or hold an ECP validated by EFTA)
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of substantial post qualification competence, incorporating significant experience working within services at a senior level
• Certificate in supervision skills or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Relevant post graduate qualification in related field

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of providing consultation/teaching/ training
• Experience of working with children and young people, families and carers
• Experience of clinical supervision
• Experience of leading on developing, delivering and evaluating evidence based clinical care packages.
• The application of specialist mental health assessment and therapeutic interventions in different cultural contexts
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team AND with other agencies and professionals in a variety of settings including managing difficult conversations and differences of opinion
• Assessing clinical risk and developing and communicating appropriate risk management plans including safeguarding.
• Analysing presenting problems and able to work autonomously utilising a range of therapeutic perspectives and modalities, depending on the needs of the client.
• Providing case management and/or clinical supervision for colleagues and students as required.
• Experience of mentoring and supervision of others, including supporting the mental health and wellbeing of junior staff and trainees.
• Experience of developing and providing evidenced based assessments, formulations, and care plans and effective use of Routine Outcome Measures (ROMs).
• Understanding of the principles of Clinical Governance and a willingness to follow Trust Policy and Procedures

Desirable

• Experience of managing and/or leading on service developments
• Experience in the line management and professional management of staff
• Project Management experience
• Effectively managing policy implementation and demonstrable service development work, audit and research
• Experience of providing a variety of therapeutic interventions for children and young people and their families
• Community mental health experience across a variety of settings
• Experience of delivery of group work and workshops

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of child mental health and relevant legislation, NICE guidance and government policies
• An understanding of child development and psychological/psychosocial theories.
• Advanced knowledge and skills in delivery of evidence-based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice

Skills

Essential

• A proven ability to work as a member of the multi- disciplinary team
• A proven ability to network with other professional groups/agencies
• A proven ability to assertively engage young people, families and carers.
• A proven ability to accept guidance and supervision from senior colleagues.
• A proven ability to demonstrate leadership ability, to be self-motivated and to work on one's own initiative.
• A proven ability to demonstrate a non- discriminatory attitude regarding race, gender and disability issues.
• Demonstrate commitment to user participation
• Demonstrate a positive attitude.
• Demonstrates skills to contribute to modernisation across a range of diverse services
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to motivate and enthuse colleagues
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities
• Ability to develop, provide and evaluate training and workshops.
• Highly developed communication skills with the ability to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information and overcome barriers to acceptance with children, parents and professionals.
• Skilled in assessment and formulation, with the ability to manage care appropriately, ensuring discharge is timely
• Skilled in planning, delivering and evaluating evidence-based therapeutic interventions (individuals and groups) with children and young people across the age range, and their families/carers.
• Skilled in the assessment of clinical risk and developing and communicating appropriate risk management plans
• Skilled in case management, able to function as a part of a multi-disciplinary team and to liaise effectively with other internal and external agencies, maintaining positive working relationships.
• Ability to work independently with the support of clinical and management supervision.
• Ability to select, use and interpret assessment tools and outcome measures / ROMs effectively and in collaboration with the child, young person, and family.
• Ability to integrate psychological theories and outcome data with clinical practice and service provision.
• The ability to work with people from a range of different backgrounds, cultures and or different ages.
• To be able to provide feedback and constructive guidance to junior members of the team and trainees to facilitate their personal and professional development.
• The ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance.
• The ability to follow policy and make proposals for change.
• The ability to maintain clinical records both written and electronic.
• The ability to cope with stressful situations including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the case of highly emotive and distressing problems.

Desirable

• Good analytical and strategic visioning skills.
• Ability to build credibility quickly and sustain it within the organisation
• Advanced IT skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates the ability to make sound judgments and generate new ideas in complex situations.
• Able to work autonomously
• Committed to continuing professional development
• Accountable for own professional actions
• Works within professional ethics and Trust policies and values
• A commitment to the inclusion of young people's and parent/carer views in service delivery, development and design.
• Willingness to contribute to team functioning, performance and the ongoing development of the service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warrington

Warrington

WA1 1GG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://alderhey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Integrated Core Service and Experts at Hand Delivery

Contribute to an integrated universal, targeted and specialist Speech and Language Therapy offer, working across core and Experts at Hand priorities according to locality need.

Deliver targeted individual and group interventions and contribute to whole-setting approaches that support communication, participation and inclusion.

Provide advice, consultation, modelling and coaching to parents, carers, education staff, early years practitioners and wider partners, with support from senior colleagues as required.

Contribute to communication-environment audits and support settings to implement agreed recommendations.

Support the graduated response by helping settings identify need, implement appropriate strategies and understand when specialist Speech and Language Therapy advice or assessment is required.

Participate in locality multidisciplinary meetings, Team Around the School arrangements and collaborative problem-solving discussions where appropriate.

Contribute to co-production with children, young people, families, settings and communities, including groups who experience inequalities in access or outcomes.

Communication and Partnership Working

Communicate clinical information clearly, sensitively and accessibly to children, families and professionals, including information that may be complex or distressing.

Work collaboratively across health, education, social care and the voluntary sector to agree coordinated plans and shared outcomes.

Develop positive working relationships characterised by openness, respect and constructive challenge.

Adapt communication for cultural, linguistic, developmental and accessibility needs, using interpreting and accessible-information arrangements appropriately.

Attend and contribute to reviews, case discussions, team meetings and other professional meetings relevant to the caseload and locality offer.

Respond sensitively to concerns and initial complaints, seeking senior support and escalating where necessary.

Training, Supervision and Workforce Development

Contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of training for parents, carers, education staff, early years practitioners and partner professionals.

Provide task-specific guidance, clinical support and supervision to Band 4 Support Practitioners, apprentices, assistants and volunteers where delegated and within own competence.

Contribute to the learning of Speech and Language Therapy students, including observation opportunities and supported placement activity as agreed and subject to competency sign off.

Participate actively in induction, preceptorship where applicable, appraisal, clinical supervision and continuing professional development.

Maintain HCPC registration, professional competence and an up-to-date development portfolio in accordance with HCPC and RCSLT standards.

Service Development, Data and Digital Practice

Contribute to implementation and evaluation of the Experts at Hand model and wider core-service developments.

Accurately record clinical activity, outcomes and impact using agreed digital and clinical systems.

Participate in audit, quality improvement, service evaluation and agreed projects.

Contribute feedback to the development of pathways, clinical guidance, standard operating procedures and patient-facing resources.

Use digital technology safely, effectively and accessibly, adhering to information-governance, clinical-safety and Trust requirements.

Identify variation in demand, access or service delivery and inform the relevant locality lead of the likely impact.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised S< Degree or equivalent HCPC registration RCSLT membership Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Relevant post-registration paediatric course or training.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of developmental speech, language and communication needs and their functional impact.
• Knowledge of a range of assessment approaches and evidence-based interventions appropriate to children and young people.
• Understanding of universal, targeted and specialist approaches to meeting speech, language and communication needs.
• Awareness of the SEND Code of Practice, graduated response, ordinarily available provision and reasonable adjustments.
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, information governance and professional accountability.
• Awareness of health inequalities and the cultural, linguistic and socioeconomic factors that influence access and engagement.

Desirable

• Knowledge of consultation, coaching, training and communication-supportive environments.
• Knowledge of outcome measurement, quality improvement and co-production

Experience

Essential

• Relevant experience with children and young people gained through pre-registration placements and/or post-registration practice.
• Experience of assessing and supporting children with speech, language and communication needs.
• Experience of working collaboratively with parents, carers and professionals.
• Experience of multidisciplinary or multi-agency working.

Desirable

• Experience in early years, mainstream or special education settings.
• Experience of delivering groups, training, consultation or coaching.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

Woburn Court

2 Railton Road

Bedford

MK427PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.eastofenglandcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration
• MSc Level qualification

Experience

Essential

• Clinically active with extensive clinical experience within Dietetics in a range of clinical settings and/or types of organisations
• Extensive leadership experience in Dietetic role
• Significant experience supervising and appraising staff and students
• Performance management experience
• Development of Registered and Non-registered Dietitians by contributing to CPD including students
• Facilitation, teaching and presentation to internal and external stakeholders about Dietetics
• Use clinical audit for monitoring and evaluation of clinical practice
• Develop, interpret and implement local, regional and national policies, procedures and guidelines
• Ensure quality assurance, risk assessment and management pertaining to Dietetics
• Proven experience of leading service development and innovation
• Working with and involving patients, families and carers in service development and evaluation

Desirable

• Involvement at local, regional and national level with the Dietetic network
• Experience undertaking Serious Incident Investigations and/or managing complaints
• Taking part in discussions at senior leadership level
• Developing strategic direction

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

CLCH Academy

1 Frith Street

London

W1D 3HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

NHS Staff Survey: 79.5%of our staff say MKUH has madereasonable adjustmentsto help them perform their roles effectively. Whether its accessibility, flexible working, or tailored support, were committed to removing barriers so everyone can thrive.

Working Pattern

Working 12-hour (08:00-20:00) non-consecutive shifts across a 7 days per week, 24-hour service

Main duties and responsibilities

To work across all modalities within Imaging such as CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Xray, Mobile Xray, Theatres, A&E, Interventional Radiology, and Fluoroscopy

Perform intermediate clinical procedures, cannulation, as delegated by a registered professional.

To study for and complete the Fundamentals of Care Certificate if new to healthcare and apply your learned skills to benefit the department.

Please refer to attached Job description for further information.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Broad education to include Grade C GCSE (Equivalent in English and Mathematics)
• Basic knowledge of a Radiology Department

Desirable

• GCSE (or equivalent) in science subject
• Proven record of continued learning
• NVQ in healthcare
• Basic knowledge of NHS structure

Experience

Essential

• Experience in patient or client facing care

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS or within an imaging department or within a multidisciplinary team in a clinical setting
• Previous work as an HCA or similar

Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills both verbal and written
• Adaptable
• Helpful telephone manne
• Able to use initiative and work under pressure
• Ability to support colleagues and work as part of the team
• Able to work autonomously
• Demonstrate good time management skills
• Ability to compassionately manage sensitive situations
• Able to handle aggressive or distress with understanding and tactful

Desirable

• Good organisational skills

Personal and people development

Essential

• Adaptable and approachable
• Team spirit
• Calm, methodical, accurate and well organised
• Professional, confident & Proactive attitude
• Take ownership of responsibility
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Presentable
• Friendly disposition
• Commitment to further personal development

Communication

Essential

• Good communicator - spoken, written and non-verbal

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Imaging Clinical Support (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Service Lead will provide strategic, operational and professional leadership to the Horizon Service, a specialist CAMHS service supporting children and young people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Working across Lewisham's Integrated Neighbourhood Teams, the post holder will lead a multidisciplinary workforce to deliver high-quality, safe and effective mental health care, ensuring services are responsive to the needs of local children, young people and families. The role is responsible for service performance, governance, workforce leadership, safeguarding, quality improvement and service transformation. The successful candidate will work closely with partners across health, education, social care and the voluntary sector to develop integrated pathways, improve access and outcomes, reduce inequalities and contribute to the ongoing development of neighbourhood-based models of care across Lewisham CAMHS. Main Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, operational and clinical leadership for the Horizon Service.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of care and professional practice.
• Drive service performance, quality improvement and delivery against national and local targets.
• Oversee demand, capacity, referrals, waiting lists, caseload management and patient flow.
• Ensure robust governance, safeguarding, risk management and patient safety processes are in place.
• Lead service transformation and innovation to improve outcomes for children, young people and families.
• Develop strong partnerships with education, social care, primary care, health and voluntary sector organisations.
• Support workforce development, recruitment, retention and staff wellbeing.
• Contribute to the strategic leadership and future development of Lewisham CAMHS and integrated neighbourhood services.

This is an exciting senior leadership opportunity to shape the future of children's mental health services in Lewisham. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving transformation, influencing system-wide developments and improving outcomes for children and young people, while working within an ambitious, innovative and supportive CAMHS leadership team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications and Professional Registration: Entry-level qualification: appropriately registered Educational/ Clinical/Counselling psychologist, Systemic Family Therapist, Psychotherapist, Nurse, OT, Social Work CBT Therapist and registration with relevant UK governing body
• Completed training course in clinical supervision. (A/I/R)
• Evidence of continuing professional development as required by relevant Professional body e.g. HCPC/UKCP/RCN/ SWE/ BABCP (A/I)

Desirable

• CPD in Quality Improvement or similar
• PG qualification in Leading on Transformation & Change in CYP mental health and wellbeing services

Experience

Essential

• Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature in CAMHS. (A/I)
• Experience of supervising and having completed the relevant training.
• Experience of managing financial budgets
• Experience of carrying out research, audit or service evaluation projects.

Desirable

• PG qualification in CYP MH supervision course
• Experience of leadership within a CAMHS setting.
• Experience of leading quality Improvement Projects

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Advanced theoretical knowledge of psychosocial theories of mental health and the evidence base for the relevant treatment.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities
• Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. To deliver psychological therapy with due regard to individual difference.
• To communicate skilfully and sensitively complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues overcoming barriers to communication including sensory, and emotional difficulties, cultural differences and hostility to or rejection of information.
• Skills in providing teaching and training to other professional groups

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lewisham CAMHS

Kaleidoscope Centre Rushey Green

London

SE6 4JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trusts values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

**Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and Licence to Practise from the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists
• Current registered membership of HCPC and RCSLT with the right to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Working with children in clinics and/or school based settings

Desirable

• Experience training others
• Adult-Child Interaction(ACI)
• Working with multi-cultural client groups

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of needs of parents, teachers and others
• Flexibility
• Good problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment diagnosis and treatment of children with a broad range of speech, language and communication difficulties
• Well developed concentration skills
• Good auditory discrimination skills and ability to transcribe speech phonetically
• Manual dexterity for signing
• Manual dexterity sufficient to carry out swallowing assessment and use of high and low technical assessment equipment
• Understanding of Normal Child Development including Speech and Language, Play and other milestones
• Knowledge of appropriate range of assessments and interventions for children with Speech, Language and Communication impairments and an ability to compare and contrast relative benefits to individual children
• Understanding of Education Practice and Policy and National Curriculum including Children and Families Act 2014
• Religious, Cultural and Linguistic issues impacting upon caseload management
• Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to school aged children)
• Awareness of the principles of audit
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals (relevant to the client group)
• Knowledge of professional standards of record keeping
• Contribution of other agencies in supporting school aged children

Desirable

• Knowledge of Clinical Governance
• Knowledge of Principles and models of Adult-Child Interaction

Other

Essential

• To be occupational health cleared for the role specified
• IT literate and able to use a range of specialist programmes
• Able to maintain prolonged concentration in order to assess the speech, language and communication skills of school-aged children using formal and informal assessments
• Travel around district and access different venues, with or without adaptations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Chalkhill Primary Care Centre

Chalkhill Road

Wembley

HA9 9FX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post graduate training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience of working in Older people's Rehabilitation
• Experience of working in MDT working.
• Experience of working in Falls prevention

Desirable

• Cognitive assessments.
• Intermediate Care/Community Rehabilitation.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate a problem solving approach.
• Student supervision/teaching skills
• Aware of current issues in Physio Therapy/ Care/NHS.
• Awareness of the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• IT skills

Key Attributes

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development maintained in portfolio.
• Evidence of involvement in service delivery improvement.
• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Sudbury Primary care

Watford Road

Brent

HA0 3HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3)
• A recognised equivalent course
• Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

• GCSE grade A-C or equivalent in English and Maths
• ECDL certificate
• Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).
• PSI qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases.

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the NHS patient information database (SystmOne, Rio, CIS)

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS An awareness of risk management.
• Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy.
• Knowledge of multiagency services available and processes for referral
• Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being
• Self-management skills-managing time and workload
• Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• To be able to promote the work of the team across the trust
• Effective interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills
• Adaptable and flexible
• Ability to cope with uncertainty and change
• Proactive and innovative
• An awareness of risk management.

Desirable

• Knowledge of local health needs strategies

Key Attributes

Essential

• Flexible about work location - the post holder will be required to travel to other CLCH sites in London
• Appropriate level of physical fitness to perform the job (as outlined in the job description) with or without limitation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Sudbury Primary Care Centre

Watford Road

Brent

HA0 3HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• 6 months to 1 year experience in healthcare

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in specialty

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Teaching
• Ability to organise ward activities and to use initiative
• Ability to solve problems and contribute new ideas
• Competency in medication
• Skills required to undertake clinical activity related to speciality
• Good IT skills
• Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit
• Awareness of current developments in nursing
• Knowledge of the NMC Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of speciality

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

St Mary's Hospital

London

W2 1NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an Activity Coordinator to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Bierley.

You will be working 37.5 Hours per week (Shift Times to be agreed but will including alternative weekends and Evenings).

Cygnet Hospital Bierley provides a range of acute and low secure mental health services for men and women.

The hospital is set across four wards offering single-sex male and female specialist mental health services. All our services are provided under the umbrella of a recovery orientated approach and are reviewed through the CPA framework.

Cygnet Hospital Bierley has a true focus on the service user and the over-riding aim of providing the best quality treatment and care possible. The team are committed to delivering care and treatment guided by the principles of a trauma informed approach.

Your Day-to-Day

We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the care of patients at the service by assisting the Occupational Therapist with;

• Encouraging patients to access and become involved in a variety of activities as well maintaining any pre-existing hobbies.
• Planning and implementing therapy programmes whilst ensuring appropriate materials are obtained
• Contributing ideas, facilitating events and activities in a safe manner

Were looking for someone who has

• Experience and/or a passion for working in healthcare and with learning disabilities
• Some knowledge of Occupational Therapy
• A creative flair and the ability to work as part of a interdisciplinary team
• An awareness of recovery approaches and social inclusion (desirable)

Why Cygnet? Well offer you....

• £25,712 Per Annum
• Company pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card
• Free meals
• Clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

West Yorkshire

BD4 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education
• Good Numeracy and Literacy

Desirable

• NVQ Healthcare qualification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• work well within a multidisciplinary team
• ability to work without direct supervision

Skill

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Accurate and legible handwriting/record keeping

Working Environment

Essential

• Exposure to bodily fluids
• experience in Healthcare environment

Desirable

• Phlebotomy clinic or Phlebotomy ward experience
• Hospital experience

Experience

Essential

• Working as team member
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Interest in phlebotomy

Desirable

• Previous phlebotomy experience
• Previous patient facing role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wednesfield

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Experience of Working in Cardiology in last 5 years
• Evidence of degree level study or higher
• Post reg cardiac qualifications
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Health assessment qualification
• Non medical prescriber
• Previous experience working as a CNS/ANP

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital - Heart and Lung Centre

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalwolverhampton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the Job Description, main responsibilities and Person Specification to ensure you have the relevant skills for the post, please see the attached documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Qualification/BSc in Nursing Studies.

Experience

Essential

• Ability to manage and prioritize workload.

Desirable

• Experience of care planning
• Experience of organising patient related resources.

Other

Essential

• Current (UK/EU) Driving Licence and access to a vehicle for work use.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Farnborough Community Nursing Team

Apollo Rise

Farnborough

GU14 0NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (RNLD, RNMH, RNA, RNC or equivalent)
• Degree level qualification or equivalent professional qualification and experience.
• Evidence of post-registration professional development relevant to Learning Disability and/or Autism practice.
• Practice Assessor/Mentor qualification or willingness to undertake.

Desirable

• Leadership or management course/module

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people.
• Supervision of junior staff
• Experiencing of co -ordinating a shift

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of developing specialist knowledge through CPD
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate specialist care delivered to patients/clients and give relevant advice/information to patients and relatives
• Ability to administer prescribed medication including transfusion of blood and blood products
• An understanding of audit and research -based nursing practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham park hospital

Slough

SL24HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of tasks and responsibilities please refer to the job description/person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy Degree
• Evidence of relevant post graduate CPD

Desirable

• Member of the relevant clinical interest groups

Experience

Essential

• Worked in the NHS or equivalent and familiar with the NHS system
• Previous experience of working as a Band 6 MSK Physiotherapist within the NHS

Desirable

• Previous experience working as a Band 7 Physiotherapist
• Previous experience working within an acute hospital setting

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Evidence of leading and participating in audit.
• Forward and innovative thinking

Desirable

• Evidence of leading change within a team.
• Presentation Skills.
• Evidence of teaching or leading training sessions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Street

Slough

SL2 4HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Leadership/Management qualification or relevant training and experience
• Professional qualification at Diploma/Degree level i.e. RMN, HCPC, SWE
• Professional Registration NMC, HCPC, SWE

Experience

Essential

• Significant relevant experience working at management level in a health or social care provider service
• Extensive experience working in adult mental health services
• Experience of working closely with people with lived experience and Carer representative to co-design improvements to service delivery
• Demonstrable experience of managing budgets
• Demonstrable experience of managing staff
• Experience of performance setting and monitoring
• Competent in the use of MS Office

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Redwood Centre

Farnham Road Hospital

Guildford

GU2 7LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Responsible for the management of clinics and waiting lists, within Community Paediatrics. Inclusion Services (Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy), Health Visiting & EHC
2. Prepare and track clinical records for all patients booked within the CBS, ensuring that appropriate records such as referral letters are filed/stored appropriately in accordance with the Trusts Policies and Procedures. Therefore ensuring that the records are available to clinicians prior to the patients appointment
3. Responsible for the management and booking of appointments on the Patient Administration System (RiO) system as well as the Choose & Book system
4. Responsible for calling the parents/carers of children who have not attended their appointments in order to ascertain the reason why and rebook a new appointment within the appropriate targeted timescales
5. Responsible for carrying out any clinic changes/cancellations on the RIO system in accordance with the CBS Standard Operating Procedures (SoP).

Appointment/Pre-Clinic Activity

1. Booking appointments within the appropriate clinic rules and within appropriate timescales in accordance with the CBS SoP, this will include both making calls to parent/carers as well as receiving calls
2. Supporting the directorate on national targets e.g. 18 week Referral to Treatment (RTT), as well as Choose and Book (CaB
3. Ensure Patients are offered a choice of appointment in line with national guidance, wherever possible (see point 2 above). Establishing if parental carers require interpreting services and liaising with Medical Secretaries to make appropriate arrangements.
4. Liaising closely with and responding to the queries from all stakeholders both internally and externally relating to appointments and activity. This will include clinics utilisation, reasons for non attendance and rescheduling clinics as required.
5. Ensuring all referral letters are date-stamped and registered on the patient administration system RIO, within 24 hours of receipt within the CBS to ensure triage is arranged within the clinic rules. .
6. Responsible for collecting missing demographic details from referrals and contacting the referring practitioners or patients directly to ensure completion of the referral documentation. .
7. Ensure that all clinic slots are fully utilised to avoid wasted capacity, where clinics are underutilised inform the Operational Team Leader or Central Booking Service & Activity Manager for appropriate action
8. Ensure that patients who have either i) requested changes to their appointment or ii) have had their appointment changed by the clinicians, are offered appropriate revised appointment dates over the telephone in accordance with 18-week rules
9. Ensure all appointments made and/or changes made to existing appointments are confirmed by letter and recorded on the Patient Administration System (RiO)
10. Ensure all short-notice rescheduling of appointments are completed on RIO and followed up with a telephone confirmation with the parent/carer.

Post-Clinic Activity

1. Ensure accurate data inputting of the Community Paediatricians clinical activity onto the RIO system in line with the CBS SoP and Trust Targets (no later than day 7 of the end of the working month)
2. Liaise with Community Paediatricians, Therapists, Health Visiting Teams and Local Authority regarding any queries with data quality to ensure accurate data is recorde
3. Ensure all activity forms are filed appropriately and within a timely manner and are available for audit purposes
4. Provide general non clinical information to patients and staff, while maintaining patients confidentiality

General duties

1. Responsible for the supervision of the workload and training staff in the Booking Service. This includes covering the work of junior staff when they are on leave
2. Taking part in the rotational tasks within the CBS, which includes ensuring all telephone lines are appropriately covered by staff on a daily basis
3. Ensure all standard operating procedures and codes of conduct are clearly adhered to and updated appropriately in line with guidance from the Central Booking Service &Activity Manager/Operational Team Leader
4. To be involved in, and to undertake, audits and validation/actioning of reports as appropriate, also reviewing work carried out by junior staff
5. Ensure that high levels of confidentiality, in accordance with the Data Protection Act and Caldecott Principles, are adhered to at all times
6. Partaking in an annual appraisal and agreeing a personal development plan which will include; attending all mandatory training and participating in meetings as appropriate
7. To take part in any pilots/trials of new technology in relation to clinic activity collectio
8. Receiving complex and/or sensitive information regarding patients including Child Protection referrals
9. Make up Patient Notes for all new patients and ensure their dispatch to the appropriate clinic
10. Maintaining up to date filing, ensure archiving of all patients correspondence in line with Trust record keeping policy
11. The post holder will be responsible for updating RIO following notifications of death by GPs and/or relatives
12. Undertaking other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the Central Booking Service Team Leaders and Management
13. To minimise the Trusts environmental impact wherever possible, including recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimising printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimising travel.
14. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases
15. Post holder will ensure to follow the escalation policy (part of the SoP) to ensure that any issues with clinic times, waits, data inputting are raised with the CBS Team Leader and Management at all times.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• 5 GCSE passes or equivalent to, including English at C or above or relevant administrative qualifications
• RIO experience

Experience

Essential

• Previous Admin experience
• Experience of working with the General Public

Special Aptitude/Activities

Essential

• Competent in communication and organisation

Motivation and Disposition

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise workload and use own initiative

Other relevant Factors

Essential

• Enthusiastic, Pleasant manner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT

Address

Gee House - Central Booking Service

Holborn Hill

Birmingham

B7 5JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.bhamcommunity.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Equal Opportunities' Policy.
• Knowledge of the National Health Service and related organisations.
• Knowledge and understanding of current mental health issues
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act and Care Act including other relevant legislation.

Desirable

• Experience in mental health work
• experience in delivering psycho-social interventions

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate experience either pre or post qualification in the field of mental health
• Crisis working
• Management of complex needs

Desirable

• Work in multi-disciplinary Setting
• Local Government experience
• Mental Health experience
• Care Programme Approach
• Care co-ordination.
• Experience of working with Older people with mental health problems

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree, Diploma or equivalent in R.M.N, and significant pre-qualification experience plus additional training/short courses

Desirable

• Continuing post qualification Mental health training
• Experience of working with People with mental health problems

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of the previous Care Programme Approach (replaced with Dialog+) and ability to fulfil Lead professional role.
• Assessment and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise work.
• Range of intervention skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Evidence of co-ordinating /planning interagency approaches to mental health care.
• Ability to work as part of a team and also without direct supervision.
• Excellent communication skills in individual and group settings High standards of literacy and IT skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill road Hospital site

Balby

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• RMN qualification
• Have a passion for working with people of Older Age.
• Hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
• A desire to work and be part of a friendly and supportive team striving to offer the best service to our patients.

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don't hesitate to call: Suzanne Wilson on 0118 904 3100 or email: [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• NMC Registration

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development

Previous Experience

Essential

• Proficient use of digital tools and applications including Word, Outlook and patient management systems.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel betweenmultipleTrust sitesand non-Trust locations,including patient homes, some of whichmay not be easily accessiblevia public transport

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Hillcroft House, Rooke's Way, Thatcham RG18 3HR

Thatcham

RG18 3HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Community CAMHS teams are welcoming, friendly and dedicated to supporting the children & young people accessing our services. The teams are busy, supportive and encouraging of new and creative ways to innovate and improve the service we deliver.

• To contribute to the CAMHS Single Point of Access (SPA) and CAMHS enquiries rota by receiving and reviewing new referrals where required, identifying and managing risk, liaising with other professionals and providing timely responses
• Observe and adhere to the Community CAMHS ServiceSpecification, vision, aims and objectives
• Offer clinical assessment and evidence-based interventionwhilst observing current best practice, legislation andguidance
• Working within the Choice And Partnership Approach(CAPA) and Children and Young Peoples Improved
• Access to Psychological Therapies (CYP IAPT)frameworks and principles
• Aim to be innovative and creative in the delivery oftherapeutic intervention/care bundle, and offer psycho education to children, young people and families
• Manage a caseload whilst considering and adhering tosafeguarding policy and procedure and national and locallegislation
• Offer support and supervision to junior colleagues
• Plan and successfully manage smooth transitions wherethey are clinically indicated
• Seek support from the Clinical and Operational Leadswhere needed, as well as accessing regular clinical andmanagerial supervision as per trust policy and professionalregistration requirements
• Support peers and colleagues and promote a team working environment
• Ensure suitable risk management and care plans areformulated for all clinical cases
• Maintain contemporaneous records in alignment with Trustpolicy
• Work in partnership with other teams within theNottinghamshire and bordering CAMHS Services
• To offer consultation through a range of initiatives toprofessionals with an aim of enhancing workforce skills,knowledge and capacity in recognising emotional/mentalhealth and well-being needs and undertaking interventionswith children and families to achieve positive outcomesTo participate in the delivery of a range of trainingprogrammes to multi agency staff in conjunction with theCAMHS Training Lead
• Support colleagues and stakeholders in tackling stigmarelating to mental health
• Be willing to undertake training relating to the CYP IAPTagenda and other areas of development as outlined

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g. RMN/RN/HV/OT/Clinical Psychology/Social Worker at degree level or higher teaching qualification
• Registration with relevant professional body

Desirable

• Educated to degree level
• Qualification in therapeutic approach/modality (e.g. CBT, DBT, systemic family therapy, solution focused, play therapy etc)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing mental health assessment and intervention to service users presenting with a wide range of different emotional & mental health needs.
• Ability to engage and develop therapeutic relationships with service users
• Experience of multi-agency and multi-disciplinary working
• Experience in provision of evidence based treatments and interventions
• Experience in the meaningful use of Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROMS) in clinical practice.
• Proven ability to undertake accurate risk assessment and management plans
• Proven ability to recognise and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns
• Proven ability to manage a defined caseload and organise diary schedule
• Ability to maintain accurate case records in line with Trust policies and procedures
• Ability to use electronic data recording systems
• Experience of using clinical supervision effectively to enhance practice and client outcomes
• Ability to be an autonomous practitioner whilst being able to work as in integral part of the MDT.

Desirable

• Experience of providing mental health assessment and intervention to children & young people & their families/carers
• Experience in providing evidence based treatments and interventions to children, young people and their families/carers
• Ability to engage and develop therapeutic relationships with children, young people and their families/carers
• Experience of using ROMS with children, young people and their families/carers
• Proven ability to undertake risk assessment and management plans with children, young people and their families/carers
• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentorship
• Experience of delivering treatment groups

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation, documents and policies pertaining to children (e.g. Children's Act, Mental Health Act, CYP IAPT, Future in Mind, Hear by Right, Delivering With Delivering Well, NHS Long Term Plan etc)
• Knowledge of different models of therapy and interventions
• Knowledge of and commitment to anti-discriminatory/anti-oppressive practice and equal opportunities

Desirable

• Knowledge and application of behaviour programmes and support for parents of children with emotional health problems

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hopewood CAMHS

Foster Drive

Nottingham

NG5 3FL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Duties/Responsibilities

1. Strategic and Governance Responsibilities

Represent the service at commissioning, contract monitoring, and multi-agency partnership meetings, ensuring the services performance priorities and challenges are clearly articulated and addressed.

Prepare, analyse, and present performance, outcome, and quality reports, identifying achievements and areas for improvement.

Ensure compliance with NICE guidance, safeguarding legislation, and service specifications.

Lead and contribute to audit, evaluation, and research activity demonstrating service quality and impact.

Embed learning from incidents, feedback, and reviews into service delivery and practice development.

Promote the voice of survivors in service design and quality assurance processes.

2. Operational Leadership and Workforce Management

Provide visible day-to-day leadership, ensuring delivery of safe, compassionate, and responsive services.

Oversee all operational processes including referrals, assessments, crisis support, and onward pathways.

Line manage the multidisciplinary team, ensuring regular supervision, appraisal, and development planning.

Foster a supportive culture prioritizing staff wellbeing, reflection, and accountability.

Coordinate recruitment, induction, and mentoring of new staff, embedding trauma-informed and survivor-centered values.

Work collaboratively with HR and senior leadership on workforce planning, capacity management, and skill mix.

3. Clinical Supervision and Professional Support

Provide and coordinate high-quality clinical supervision and reflective practice in line with professional standards.

Offer expert consultation and oversight of complex cases, supporting multidisciplinary collaboration.

Ensure adherence to ethical and professional codes of conduct and organisational clinical governance frameworks.

Maintain personal clinical supervision and CPD in accordance with BABCP standards.

Support the development of trauma-informed, recovery-focused models of care within the team.

4. Direct Clinical Duties

Maintain a small clinical caseload, delivering specialist CBT and trauma-informed interventions to individuals and groups.

Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop collaborative formulations, and plan evidence-based interventions.

Evaluate treatment outcomes using service-specific measures and adjust plans as required.

Undertake risk assessment and contribute to multi-agency risk management processes.

Liaise effectively with colleagues across health, social care, and voluntary sectors to ensure continuity of care.

Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational policies.

Remain current with national and local policy developments relating to trauma, sexual assault, and mental health.

5. Service Development and Quality Improvement

Lead on implementation of trauma-informed and recovery-focused models of care.

Support training and development initiatives for staff and external partners.

Participate in service development, audit, and research projects contributing to continuous improvement.

Identify and implement innovations that enhance accessibility, quality, and survivor experience.

Promote co-production with service users in shaping and evaluating services.

6. General Duties

Maintain active engagement in CPD and supervision in line with organisational and professional requirements.

Adhere to all confidentiality, data protection, and information governance policies.

Observe Health and Safety requirements and promote a safe working environment.

Uphold the Trusts values and commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as required by the Service Manager or Clinical Lead.

COMMUNICATIONS AND WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Clinical Lead and Service Manager

Partner agencies including police, safeguarding boards, health and voluntary sectors

Commissioners and contract monitoring representatives

Survivors, peer networks, and lived experience partners

Internal psychological therapies, safeguarding, and governance teams

GOVERNANCE AND ACCOUNTABILITY

Responsible for ensuring service delivery meets quality, safety, and performance standards.

Accountable for reporting on activity, outcomes, incidents, and safeguarding.

Participate in local governance meetings and contribute to the wider Trust governance framework.

Promote evidence-based practice and contribute to policy and service development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification in health or social care (or postgraduate training and qualifications in another sector to enable equivalent levels of responsibility with the client group in that setting)
• Post-graduate diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (or an equivalent course)

Desirable

• Further training in trauma or EMDR; Leadership or management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Extensive post-qualification experience delivering CBT for trauma and complex presentations
• Demonstrated clinical leadership or team management experience

Desirable

• Experience in service development or quality improvement projects
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency health setting

Skills

Essential

• Committed to compassionate, trauma-informed care; Promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion; Reflective, resilient, and adaptable

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Lancaster Buildings

Newcastle-under-Lyme

ST5 1PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative and flexible Psychologist to join our Mental Health and Wellness Team psychology provision in the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham. The post holder will join a group of passionate psychologists who value diversity and inclusion. We are firm believers in the importance of co-designing and co-delivering with experts by experience, peer workers and partnering with third sector organisations. The team has a range of specialist interests, and experience in delivering a range of trauma specific therapies. We believe in the importance of richness in delivering secondary care services to effectively meet the needs of the population we serve, therefore integrated working with care co-ordinators from Barking and Dagenham Mental Health and Wellness Teams based at Barking Community Hospital is essential, and the post-holder will be required to work on site at least four days a week to facilitate this.

We work in tandem with the Community Psychology provision and view this as crucial in supporting the pathway and the people who need it to thrive. Trauma informed care is imperative not only for supporting people who use the services, but for the staff who work in them. We work closely with the Lead for Trauma Informed Care, and specialist trauma supervision has been set up for the pathway. The successful candidate will be joining the borough at an exciting time where they’ll have the opportunity to contribute to shaping meaningful services for those it is set up to serve.

Main duties of the job

Assessment and Treatment Planning

• Provide specialist psychological assessments based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of highly complex, sensitive information.

• Undertake risk assessment and risk management for relevant individual clients and provide both general and specialist advice for professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management.

• To formulate evidence based treatment plans, based on sound and current theoretical knowledge and good practice.

• Make highly skilled evaluations and decisions about a range of treatment options taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group.

• To involve service users and their carers in planning and delivery of care.

Interventions and Treatments

• To provide psychological intervention to service users experiencing complex and severe mental health problems.
• To provide interventions in a manner that is consistent with evidence-based practice.
• Implement a range of highly specialist psychological interventions.
• To work jointly with MDT colleagues to deliver effective and individualised care and treatment.

Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Our Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,714 to a maximum of £5,941 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

Use of AI

We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidate’s own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications.

Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience.

We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Name: Abi Harris

Job title: Psychological Professional Lead

Contact Number: 0300 555 1014

Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see JD

Desirable

• Please see JD

Experience

Essential

• Please see JD

Desirable

• Please see JD

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Barking Community Hospital

Barking

Essex

IG11 9LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)